Compassionate Mental Health Care Assistant – Nursing Home

Skycare; Leeds; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,330; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

On-site parking

Referral programme

Free uniforms

Set shift patterns; four-week rolling

Employee discount

Refer a carer programme

Store discount

A friendly and supportive working env.

Training & Development

Employee Assistance Programme - Counse

Job summary

SkyCare in West Yorkshire is seeking healthcare assistants with UK-based experience to join our team and provide dementia-focused care to residents in our Nursing Homes. The role is full-time and permanent, with shifts of 33–44 hours per week and an hourly rate of £12.81.

Location includes Bradford & Leeds, with on-site facilities and ongoing training. Applicants must have UK work rights for 12 months and ideally hold NVQ in Health and Social Care or equivalent; DBS can be provided.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or home care with focus on mental health or developmental disabilities.
• Knowledge of dementia care, Alzheimer's care, Schizophrenia care, memory care, and hospice support is desirable.
• Familiarity with patient observation techniques, medication administration, and vital signs monitoring.
• Ability to lift heavy objects safely and operate assistive devices like Hoyer lifts or resident lifts.
• Experience working with individuals with autism or other behavioral health conditions is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience in a similar role in the UK for at least 1 year in a Nursing Home.
• Flexibility in working hours and the ability to adapt to different healthcare settings.
• Right to work in the UK for at least 12-month without need of sponsorship.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Caring and compassionate
• Reliable
• Ability to follow care plans effectively,
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Team player
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Relevant certifications such as an NVQ in Health and Social Care are desired

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care such as washing and dressing.
• Assist residents with mobility and use of lifting equipment.
• Support eating, drinking, communication, and social activities.
• Complete documentation as requested by the manager or nurse.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment within the nursing home.
• Follow policies and guidelines of all staff members.
• Mentor new care assistants and ensure adherence to roles.
• Attend in-house and external training as required.
• Report any issues or changes in a resident's condition to the nurse in charge.

Skills

Dementia care

Observation techniques

Medication administration

Communication skills

Teamwork

UK nursing home experience

Education

NVQ in Health and Social Care

Job description

SkyCare in West Yorkshire is seeking healthcare assistants with UK-based experience to join our team and provide dementia-focused care to residents in our Nursing Homes. The role is full-time and permanent, with shifts of 33–44 hours per week and an hourly rate of £12.81.

Location includes Bradford & Leeds, with on-site facilities and ongoing training. Applicants must have UK work rights for 12 months and ideally hold NVQ in Health and Social Care or equivalent; DBS can be provided.